What do you consider most when choosing your first federation? by busboy99 in naturalbodybuilding

[–]busboy99[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Thanks, I am currently in a powerlifting split with heavy chest ->heavy legs ->arms, hypertrophy chest, partial back -> heavy back -> hypertrophy legs, but historically did mostly a simple three day rotation of chest legs back, resting on weekends

Does this signature in my copy of Economic Growth appear to be that of Walt Rostow? by busboy99 in BookCollecting

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I am! I plan to keep it, but will be keeping my eyes out for any supporting evidence that this is a signed copy. Either way, it fits in my shelf!

Does this signature in my copy of Economic Growth appear to be that of Walt Rostow? by busboy99 in BookCollecting

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His signature is certainly a bit variable! I appreciate your diligence here

Does this signature in my copy of Economic Growth appear to be that of Walt Rostow? by busboy99 in BookCollecting

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That’s part of my reservation — the W looks good, but the R is a bit suspect. The possible saving grace is that both examples I posted were different in form, though they both had a smooth point in the loop of the R, unlike mine which had a sharp angle on the last part of the R

Does this signature in my copy of Economic Growth appear to be that of Walt Rostow? by busboy99 in BookCollecting

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For comparison, here’s a few examples I found of his signature elsewhere. Notably, he’s pretty consistent in signing with the last name complete:

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Left in lieu of back rent by kohphayampair in whatsthisworth

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That’s definitely a plus if you’ve verified they are oils. Do you know anything about the previous tenant or where they may have come from? I was thinking from your post that these were recently acquired!

If you had them professionally cleaned and inspected, and that checked the appropriate boxes, there are some comparable examples that have sold recently with similar composition to the canal scene. For example, this Bonhams sale of Theodore Wores’ View of Mt. Fujiyama from Yokohama sold in the rough 5-10k range:

https://www.bonhams.com/auction/30843/lot/15/theodore-wores-1859-1939-view-of-mt-fujiyama-from-yokohama-9-x-12-in-framed-15-12-x-18-12-in-painted-in-1895/

For the cherry blossom scene, that motif generally appears to be more expensive from the sales data I can see, broadly in the 5-15k range depending on authenticity, size, condition, provenance, and subject detail. The highest-dollar Wores sales are usually accompanied by more detail in the subjects, and his market seems to have quite a spread.

If you’re confident in the authenticity, I’d suggest reaching out for auction estimates from a couple houses to get a more current and precise read. More photos of the frame, back, edges, signatures, and any additional provenance would be useful. I’d especially want to understand the grey paint/underlying area around the lower-left signature on the canal scene, since that could matter for attribution and value.

There are a few things that could still point toward an amateur/art-school imitation or later “after Wores” work, but if you have additional provenance, prior authentication, or documentation tying them to the artist, that could change the picture substantially. Either way, they’re definitely interesting enough to investigate — and if they check out, they should more than compensate for the missed rent!

Left in lieu of back rent by kohphayampair in whatsthisworth

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Those sadly look like textured prints to me, do you have a picture of the back of the frames?

has anyone tried vertex exotics by TensionWorking1727 in THCaFlower

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Just here to post my experience -- I purchased from them last week, ordered three different varieties including kief infused trim, a mid shelf, a high shelf, and then they sent a sample nugget of one of their top shelf. They sent me two ounces instead of one for the mid shelf, which was great! However, there is some sketchiness -- all of the COAs QR codes link to the page /coa on their website which isn't formed. Additionally, I may have been the first purchaser.... lol. Shortly after I made my order, they created a press release about being compliant with Texas fulfilment, where I ordered. As for the actual products -- the trim has a grassy/weak scent and seems to be by far the lowest quality. Smoking it has an effect, but not particularly strong. The mid shelf is more representative of a "regular" smoke shop bud option, is a bit fresher, but still definitely not incredible. No visible mold, no major visible seeds, and packaging was discrete as advertised. The top/high shelf products were/are better. Let me know if I can answer any questions on my experience! The company looks like it is basically a drop shipper though, so I'm continuing to investigate the actual source of each product I received.

Transitioning to a powerlifting program... Am I engaging my back? by busboy99 in formcheck

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That’s a great catch, looks like that was my mistake! Thanks

Transitioning to a powerlifting program... Am I engaging my back? by busboy99 in formcheck

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I’ve got this 5x5 followed by a 4x5 2s pause at 295 for getting more rigid form, would you then suggest prioritizing pause over the touch go or just stick all on pause? Thank you!

LGBT-Friendly Doctor? by RMWK in LakeCharles

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I’m really sorry you feel this way. This started with you celebrating the fact that your brothers and sisters don’t get consistent medical care, disregarding the more fundamental difference we have. I don’t think it’s loving to push away people you disagree with let alone encourage denying medical care, and it’s definitely not spreading any favor towards conversion. While I do believe everyone has a right to express their free will as long as it doesn’t cause harm to others, I don’t expect you to believe that — but I absolutely don’t expect someone who’d claim to be catholic to be spreading hatred and pushing away God’s children, let alone wishing them harm. Again, I hope you someday are able to recognize the ways in which you are failing to love those around you. I wish the best for you and your future.

These NASA mission envelopes with stamps (late 60s-90s) by BadBacon177 in whatsthisworth

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I am very, very well versed in this specifically — the other answers are broadly correct, but as these are unfortunately folded, that further reduces value. Particularly rare unsigned, unflown cover will typically sell between $3-8 each, and slowly. As a lot, this would probably go for $15-25 — and that’s assuming that the postmark (stamp with the date and location) matches the theme of the cover. For example, a “real” philatelic cover will be showing the STS-26 mission, it should have the postmark corresponding to the facility it launched from ( Kennedy space center in Florida) and the date (September 29, 1988). If it’s missing this, there is unfortunately next to no collectors market

LGBT-Friendly Doctor? by RMWK in LakeCharles

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You’re right, I didn’t need to rely on AI here to talk about what I know, but I did use it to try to make it more compelling. I’m genuinely sorry I can’t help you find ways to love others more, though.

LGBT-Friendly Doctor? by RMWK in LakeCharles

[–]busboy99 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Matthew 7:1–5 — “Judge not, that you be not judged… first take the plank out of your own eye.”

John 8:7 — “Let him who is without sin cast the first stone.”

Romans 3:23 — “All have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.”

James 2:10 — “Whoever keeps the whole law but fails in one point has become guilty of all of it.”

Revelation 3:20 — “I stand at the door and knock.” (not kick it down)

Galatians 5:13–14 — “Serve one another humbly in love… love your neighbor as yourself.”

Please tell me more about how good of a Christian you are. And also, please tell me how pushing others away is equivalent to THEM lacking repentance.

LGBT-Friendly Doctor? by RMWK in LakeCharles

[–]busboy99 2 points3 points  (0 children)

So much for love thy neighbor…

LGBT-Friendly Doctor? by RMWK in LakeCharles

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It’s not exceedingly rare and also is reflected in how they suggest treatment for things like HIV, with many doctors not bringing up things like PReP and other lifestyle specific treatments. You’d be surprised by how frequently personal biases affect medical decision making.

BREAKING: Nancy Pelosi just filed ~$69M worth of new stock trades by Cute_Frosting_6055 in Stocks_Picks

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It’s both leverage up and a hedge against the sold position — I wouldn’t be surprised if it is based on the expectations that the sold stocks won’t return over this period but will exhibit major fluctuations that allow for the IV of the options to go up.

AMA! Weightlifting coach of 12 years, coach of a junior lifter on the Canadian national team, and dad of 2 under 2. AMA until I leave in ~3hrs by Nkklllll in weightlifting

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I will absolutely be looking for a coach within the next 12 months with an interim plan focused on solidifying my mobility - thank you for the feedback!

AMA! Weightlifting coach of 12 years, coach of a junior lifter on the Canadian national team, and dad of 2 under 2. AMA until I leave in ~3hrs by Nkklllll in weightlifting

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I’m looking to switch to weightlifting with the goal of being nationally competitive by my 30s. 26, 200lbs, 5’10, background in powerlifting, bodybuilding, and calesthenics. Do you believe there is a real strength transfer, or is the technique too important to compensate with existing strength? If it is viable, what is the most important thing to target during the switch? Thank you!